THE BAND

John Bringetto - Trumpet, Fluegelhorn, Percussion

Steve Burkle - Piano, Keyboards, Engineering

Joshua Carson - Drums, Percussion

Steve Cook - Bass Guitars

Bill Hartsell - Acoustic and Electric Guitars

Randy Madnick - Percussion, Vibraphones, Harmonicas, Production

Perpetua was originally formed in 2002. Founding members Randy Madnick (percussion, vibes, harmonica) and Steve Burkle (piano, keyboards) added bassist Steve Cook, drummer Joshua Carson, and guitarist Bill Hartsell in the summer of 2005.

Originally designed to be an enjoyable hobby, it soon became evident that there was a chemistry and energy that offered considerable potential. After just a few hours of initial rehearsals, a dozen tunes fell into place, and it was clear something special had been born. In July of 2006 we were introduced to John Bringetto (trumpet, fluegelhorn, alto sax) and were thrilled to have him come aboard.

Perpetua is a dynamic ensemble, enjoying everything from lyrical ballads to straight standards to swing to modern funk. Although we cover tunes from such artists as Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Carlos Santana, John Coltrane, Vince Guaraldi, Jerome Kern, Pat Metheny, and George Gershwin, the real focus of the band is on our own compositions. Each band member brings a palpable creative spirit and a good listening ear; inevitably each rehearsal is the catalyst for two or three new tunes.